About this trip
Five days on the road from Rome to Venice and back, taking in central Italy's big names without lingering too long in any one place.
You move through Assisi and Siena on the way to Florence, then on to Bologna and Venice, finishing with a hilltop stop in Montepulciano before the return to Rome. Expect guided sightseeing, regional food and a fair bit of coach time between stops.
It suits travellers who want the highlights reel — Renaissance art, Venetian canals, Tuscan wine country — covered efficiently rather than explored slowly.
What you'll do
- Stop in Assisi and Siena on the drive to Florence
- See Florence's Renaissance landmarks and try Tuscan cuisine
- Wander Bologna's old streets with a street food tasting
- Ride a gondola and sample cicchetti in Venice
- Finish with wine and views in hilltop Montepulciano
- Fast-paced — five days cover six cities and regions, so most time is spent moving between stops
- Travel is by coach throughout, with guided sightseeing at each destination
- Suits families and groups keen to see a lot in a short time rather than settle into one place
Worth it if you want a well-paced overview of northern Italy with standout guides and freedom to explore. Think twice if you need detailed daily communication and prefer local restaurants to hotel dining.
- Guides like Rossella, Carlos, and Clara consistently praised for warmth, knowledge, and balancing structured tours with genuine free time.
- Bus comfort and driver quality (Valta mentioned by name) made covering multiple cities in five days feel manageable, not exhausting.
- Daily itinerary communication felt disorganized and last-minute; no WhatsApp or email contact meant unanswered questions during the trip.
- Paid hotel dinner in Florence was mediocre compared to other meals; local restaurants would have been better value and experience.
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Departing in Jul is cheapest — from £792, about 42% below the priciest month (Sep).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Rome · 24 Jul – 25 Jul
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